Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
lundi 3 août 2020
18 Million Thanks Aims to Send a Thank You Card to Every Healthcare Worker in the US
When's the last time you sent a snail-mail thank-you note? For some, these handwritten cards are reminiscent of grade-school birthday parties and wedding celebrations. But a new campaign spearheaded by 13 women-led small stationery companies aims to bring the thank-you note back in a big way. The initiative is called 18 Million Thanks, and its goal is an ambitious one: to send a handwritten thank you note to all 18 million healthcare workers in the United States.
"COVID and the racial reckoning throughout this country right now have made a lot of things feel very trivial, but this industry and campaign offer one of the few things that remain relevant: honest, meaningful connection," Ali O'Grady, the CEO of eco-friendly greeting card company Thoughtful Human and a participant in the campaign, told POPSUGAR. "While we were all quick to rally around healthcare heroes during weeks one, two, and three, 18 Million Thanks reminds us that the challenges for frontline workers persist month after month."
"While we were all quick to rally around healthcare heroes during weeks one, two, and three, 18 Million Thanks reminds us that the challenges for frontline workers persist month after month."
The 18 Million Thanks campaign is the brainchild of Good Juju Ink, a California-based greeting card company led by illustrator Juliana Tyson Kissick. The premise is simple: participants are asked to either purchase a thank-you card from one of the campaign's small stationery companies, or make their own at home. They can then write a message of thanks to a healthcare worker in their own life, or address their note to an employee at one of the campaign's 63 participating hospitals in the US and Canada.
"When I read their letters, I often get very emotional, and it reaffirms why I went into medicine," Stephen Benirschke, MD, of Seattle, WA, wrote in a testimony on the campaign's website. "There is nothing more satisfying for a physician to be able to care for someone who is having a difficult time and knowing that their life is a little bit better because of what we do."
The goals of this campaign extend beyond just sending cards. Ryan Kissick, the head of operations and business development for Good Juju Ink, explained that the initiative also aims to support small stationery companies and provide a meaningful activity for families who are spending more time at home.
"To me, it's less about exactly hitting 18 million and [more about] just knowing that we're having momentum," Kissick told POPSUGAR. However, participants need not buy a card from one of the campaign's member organizations in order to participate: results are being tallied by cards sent, not cards sold. "We didn't want to make it commercially based because we want people to participate even if they want to write a letter from home," he said.
So far, the initiative has sent just under 14,000 cards, many of them through the United States Postal Service. Kissick added that supporting the postal service through its bureaucratic struggles is another goal of the campaign. "In the stationery industry, we know what a vital role USPS plays in this ecosystem and how much we appreciate the postal workers," he said. "If we can do even a small part in raising more money to help keep USPS going and contribute to their success, that would be awesome as well."
Recently, the campaign set a short-term goal of sending 18,000 letters by August 31. This goal, called 18K for 18 Million Thanks, is paired with a fundraising goal of $18,000 to support mental healthcare for BIPOC frontline workers. To participate, you can make a donation to First Responders First and check out the 18 Million Thanks website to learn how to send a snail-mail thank-you note.
"I am hoping that this simple kind act of sending a note can be continued for years to come," said campaign participant Lisa Sarmento, the CEO of Tiramisu Paperie. "A thank-you note does more than any email, text, or phone call can do. Taking that time to sit down and write a note . . . it's priceless."
If Your Workouts Look Different Every Day, This 10-Minute Cooldown Is For You
No two days are alike when it comes to my fitness routine, except for my cooldowns. Since I rotate between barre, Pilates, yoga, and jogs to prevent workout boredom, I need a one-size-fits-all cooldown to keep me feeling good.
"Simplicity is the key [to any cooldown]," Holly Strickland - a NASM-certified personal trainer and franchise partner with Burn Boot Camp Naples - says. In her opinion, it only takes 5-10 minutes to help with recovery, soreness, and injury prevention.
That's why the expert's 10-minute cooldown plan is my go-to - there are really no excuses as to why I can't make time to do it after any sweat. Strickland says it can be used for anything from running to leg day.
"During this portion of the workout, we are slowing [the] heart rate down and stretching out the muscles we used during the workout," Strickland explains.
See for yourself how effective, easy, and adaptable Strickland's cooldown is by completing one to two rounds of the stretching routine, ahead. Spend 45-90 seconds on each movement with no rests in-between - unless your body starts telling you otherwise.
Related: Not Sure How to Cool Down After a Workout? Try These Follow-Along Videos to Ease Tension
If Your Workouts Look Different Every Day, This 10-Minute Cooldown Is For You
No two days are alike when it comes to my fitness routine, except for my cooldowns. Since I rotate between barre, Pilates, yoga, and jogs to prevent workout boredom, I need a one-size-fits-all cooldown to keep me feeling good.
"Simplicity is the key [to any cooldown]," Holly Strickland - a NASM-certified personal trainer and franchise partner with Burn Boot Camp Naples - says. In her opinion, it only takes 5-10 minutes to help with recovery, soreness, and injury prevention.
That's why the expert's 10-minute cooldown plan is my go-to - there are really no excuses as to why I can't make time to do it after any sweat. Strickland says it can be used for anything from running to leg day.
"During this portion of the workout, we are slowing [the] heart rate down and stretching out the muscles we used during the workout," Strickland explains.
See for yourself how effective, easy, and adaptable Strickland's cooldown is by completing one to two rounds of the stretching routine, ahead. Spend 45-90 seconds on each movement with no rests in-between - unless your body starts telling you otherwise.
Related: Not Sure How to Cool Down After a Workout? Try These Follow-Along Videos to Ease Tension
Hold Onto the Side of the Pool For This 10-Minute Kicking Workout
Your backyard pool might not be anywhere near 25-meters in length, have lane lines, or even be suited up with training equipment, but that doesn't mean you can't get in a challenging (and joint-friendly) kicking workout - it's all about shifting your perspective and getting creative.
Don't have a kickboard? Diana Pimer, an Asphalt Green Unified Aquatics Coach, says there are actually a few different methods you can use to kick - one of which is kicking while holding onto the side of the pool.
"I like to think that kicking requires a forgiving resistance from the water," Pimer says of the workout method, mentioning you can use it as active recovery or as a main form of exercise. "You are still working against an opposing force to get a workout in, but it is considerably easier on the joints than running or weightlifting."
After you've warmed up, give this 10-minute workout curated by Pimer a go. "For wall kicking, you should definitely switch things up as you go - in swimming it is easy to get repetitive and lose focus. Alternate between flutter kicks and frog kicks [or breaststroke kicks], as well as easy and fast." Pimer says.
During the flutter-kicking portion, Pimer says the legs should be straight with the toes pointed and a slight bend in the knee. "When doing easy flutter kicks, try not to make a splash. You should feel the water moving on both sides of your legs and feet."
For the fast flutter kick sets, Pimer notes it's natural to create some splash behind you, as you're "moving your legs and feet faster at the surface of the water."
Finally, when performing frog/breaststroke kicks, Primer says to "snap your feet together toward the surface of the water on the completion of each kick."
Remember to take rest as indicated - or as you need - throughout this 10-minute kicking workout.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 10 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 40 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest as needed.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 40 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 10 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest as needed.
Whether you're continuing with your workout or hopping out of the pool, be sure to give yourself a few minutes to properly cool down and stretch after you're finished exercising.
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Here's How to Make the Best of Your Outdoor Summer Workout When You Live in a City
A jog around my neighborhood means stopping at every intersection, encountering overcrowded parks, and feeling convinced that cool breezes are extinct - these are the realities I experience while exercising outdoors in New York City all summer long.
To top things off, 2020 tacks on the added responsibilities of social distancing and wearing a mask in public. (Learn how to safely exercise outside, here.)
These factors aren't stopping me from enjoying my summer workouts outdoors, though. Eugene Moore - a NASM-certified personal trainer associated with Blink Fitness - is making the best of his situation, too, by prioritizing moves he often neglected with access to advanced gym equipment.
For one, public resources are helping Moore spice up some of his current go-to exercises like lunges and push-ups - benches especially.
"[Public benches] can be used for incline push-ups if you're a novice or decline push-ups if you're more advanced. They can also be used for step-up, split-squat variations, and dips," he says.
Don't count out your local playground, either - Moore adds that the monkey bars can double as a pull-up bar in a pinch.
You can also use public staircases to add an incline to push-ups or squats for a high-intensity sweat, and while you're there, try jogging or walking up and down the stairs for cardio.
Luckily for Moore, his outdoor cardio options are a lot dreamier than a staircase.
Although the Californian lives in a city, he has no problem accessing a beach path for running and cycling. When that's not an option, Moore picks a large city block to run around like a track, which solves that intersection interruption problem I mentioned earlier.
But, we still haven't addressed the elephant in the room: public crowds. It's a frustrating reality of city living - especially in 2020.
When parks, bike trails, and neighborhood streets get too hectic, Moore's solution is to set up in an empty parking lot or open field (safe ones!). Because these areas don't have amenities, they attract fewer crowds.
In these circumstances, he boosts his workout with portable fitness gear, like jump ropes and resistance bands, to get an effective sweat in.
"With [resistance bands], you can replicate many of the exercises you do at the gym with barbells and dumbbells. Major compound movements like deadlifts, squats, and presses can all be performed with resistance bands," he says. And what about the brutal summer heat? It goes without saying that it's so important to work out in the shade and drink plenty of water.
In addition to those tactics, Moore is all about hyping yourself up.
"Psychologically, I've convinced myself that I'm getting more out of my workout when I'm breaking a sweat in the summer heat," he says.
If you're in New York City and happen to see a woman running up and down shaded stairs giving herself a major pep talk and chugging water - you can assume that's me. Feel free to wave.
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16 Kid-Friendly Smoothie Recipes Packed With Fruits and Veggies
One of the best ways to get picky eaters to eat their vegetables - and even their fruits - is to blend them into a smoothie. Not only does combining the flavors with some milk and a little bit of sweetness make them into a supertasty breakfast or snack, but they also become the perfect on-the-go food.
For all the busy parents short on time, these kid-friendly smoothie recipes are for you. They come together in just minutes, and you can throw them in a cup with a lid for your kid to have on the way to school or to an afternoon play date. Keep reading for more than a dozen recipes to try with your little ones.
Hold Onto the Side of the Pool For This 10-Minute Kicking Workout
Your backyard pool might not be anywhere near 25-meters in length, have lane lines, or even be suited up with training equipment, but that doesn't mean you can't get in a challenging (and joint-friendly) kicking workout - it's all about shifting your perspective and getting creative.
Don't have a kickboard? Diana Pimer, an Asphalt Green Unified Aquatics Coach, says there are actually a few different methods you can use to kick - one of which is kicking while holding onto the side of the pool.
"I like to think that kicking requires a forgiving resistance from the water," Pimer says of the workout method, mentioning you can use it as active recovery or as a main form of exercise. "You are still working against an opposing force to get a workout in, but it is considerably easier on the joints than running or weightlifting."
After you've warmed up, give this 10-minute workout curated by Pimer a go. "For wall kicking, you should definitely switch things up as you go - in swimming it is easy to get repetitive and lose focus. Alternate between flutter kicks and frog kicks [or breaststroke kicks], as well as easy and fast." Pimer says.
During the flutter-kicking portion, Pimer says the legs should be straight with the toes pointed and a slight bend in the knee. "When doing easy flutter kicks, try not to make a splash. You should feel the water moving on both sides of your legs and feet."
For the fast flutter kick sets, Pimer notes it's natural to create some splash behind you, as you're "moving your legs and feet faster at the surface of the water."
Finally, when performing frog/breaststroke kicks, Primer says to "snap your feet together toward the surface of the water on the completion of each kick."
Remember to take rest as indicated - or as you need - throughout this 10-minute kicking workout.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 10 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at an easy pace.
- 40 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest as needed.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 40 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 20 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest for 20-30 seconds.
- 20 seconds frog kick at an easy pace.
- 10 seconds flutter kick at a fast pace.
- Rest as needed.
Whether you're continuing with your workout or hopping out of the pool, be sure to give yourself a few minutes to properly cool down and stretch after you're finished exercising.
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PJ Masks Is Adding 4 New Characters to the Team This Season - Meet the First!
The PJ Masks team is getting some new pajama-clad heroes - and villains - in season four! The first of four new characters, Newton Star, will make his debut in the Aug. 3 episode, titled "Asteroid Accident / All About Asteroids." In the episode, Owlette causes an asteroid accident that Gekko and Catboy then attempt to help her fix, but as it turns out, Newton is a new nighttime hero and scientist who's emerged from the outer space incident.
Newton's first two episodes will air on Disney Junior on Aug. 3 and 17, and after that, the animated show will introduce three more new characters: Munki-Gu, Octobella, and Pharaoh Boy.
Meet Newton in the clip above, and get your PJ Masks-lovers excited for the rest of season four and all of the new faces the preschool show is welcoming to the party!
Tracee Ellis Ross Is Heating Up Our Timeline in a String Bikini and Retro Air Jordan Sneakers
When we saw this smoking photo of Tracee Ellis Ross on our timeline, we had to do a double take because damn, she looks good. The Black-ish and Mixed-ish actress shared a sexy but cool photo of her latest poolside outfit on her Instagram page, and everything from her fashion to her fitness was on point.
Tracee is so naturally stylish, and she has the confidence to pull off just about anything. We never thought we'd be so inspired by how someone accessorizes a simple black bikini, but Tracee is truly one in a million. She showed off her toned figure and great style in a sultry black string bikini and kept the outfit looking relaxed by pairing it with a gray long-sleeved shirt and some truly fresh Nike Air Jordan 1 suede mid sneakers in a gray-black-white colorway. As usual, Tracee added some humour to the post with her caption, "Pool party! Except I don't have a pool," she writes. "And I'm too scared to have a party 🤷🏾😂 Siri play "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince." We'll definitely be adding "Summertime" to our summer playlist and using her great outfit pairing as poolside fashion inspiration.
Take a closer look at Tracee Ellis Ross's sexy but cool poolside look ahead.
Tracee Ellis Ross Is Heating Up Our Timeline in a String Bikini and Retro Air Jordan Sneakers
When we saw this smoking photo of Tracee Ellis Ross on our timeline, we had to do a double take because damn, she looks good. The Black-ish and Mixed-ish actress shared a sexy but cool photo of her latest poolside outfit on her Instagram page, and everything from her fashion to her fitness was on point.
Tracee is so naturally stylish, and she has the confidence to pull off just about anything. We never thought we'd be so inspired by how someone accessorizes a simple black bikini, but Tracee is truly one in a million. She showed off her toned figure and great style in a sultry black string bikini and kept the outfit looking relaxed by pairing it with a gray long-sleeved shirt and some truly fresh Nike Air Jordan 1 suede mid sneakers in a gray-black-white colorway. As usual, Tracee added some humour to the post with her caption, "Pool party! Except I don't have a pool," she writes. "And I'm too scared to have a party 🤷🏾😂 Siri play "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince." We'll definitely be adding "Summertime" to our summer playlist and using her great outfit pairing as poolside fashion inspiration.
Take a closer look at Tracee Ellis Ross's sexy but cool poolside look ahead.
This Toddler Turned Himself Into Various Foods With Snapchat Filters, and OMG, the Lemon One
@cherisseamour If your having a bad day..... watch this LOL my 3yrold godsons fave food compilation #foryoupage #fyp #food #mukbang #snoozzzapalooza #TikTokFanFest
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A 3-year-old named Tristan discovered the food filters on Snapchat and never looked back. In a compilation video posted to TikTok by his godmother, Cherisse, Tristan can be seen - well, his eyes and mouth, at least - trying out multiple filters, from a hot dog to a carrot and even a head of broccoli. At each jump to a new food, Tristan's happy toddler voice announces his new identity proudly, and it's extremely adorable (though things get a *little* sinister when he turns into a lemon).
TikTok users are loving the toddler's video so much - it has over 2.3 million views at press time! - that Cherisse shared a second video in which Tristan tackled animal filters. And let's just say we wish we had Tristan's energy during his lion filter phase. Watch Tristan turn into foods in the hilarious video above, and animals in the sweet video below.
Related: Reese Witherspoon Is Still Dancing to Deacon’s Single, and Yep, He’s Still Embarassed!
@cherisseamour Cause ya’ll asked for more... animals with my godson Tristan! #snoozzzapalooza #foryou #foryoupage #fyp #animals #NobodyNeedsToKnow #kid
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Beyoncé Just Dropped the Deluxe Edition of The Gift, and BRB, We've Got Some Listening to Do
Beyoncé's Black Is King has finally hit Disney+! And in true Beyoncé fashion, she dropped a surprise deluxe edition of The Lion King: The Gift album and a new music video. While the deluxe album features a bunch of the songs from the original version, Beyoncé also made sure to treat us to three new songs, including her Juneteenth anthem "Black Parade," the extended version of "Black Parade," and a Melo-X-assisted remix of "Find Your Way." So if you haven't watched Black Is King yet, we suggest you cancel your plans and watch it ASAP before listening to the deluxe edition of The Gift. Trust us, you won't want to listen to anything else after.
Beyoncé Just Dropped the Deluxe Edition of The Gift, and BRB, We've Got Some Listening to Do
Beyoncé's Black Is King has finally hit Disney+! And in true Beyoncé fashion, she dropped a surprise deluxe edition of The Lion King: The Gift album and a new music video. While the deluxe album features a bunch of the songs from the original version, Beyoncé also made sure to treat us to three new songs, including her Juneteenth anthem "Black Parade," the extended version of "Black Parade," and a Melo-X-assisted remix of "Find Your Way." So if you haven't watched Black Is King yet, we suggest you cancel your plans and watch it ASAP before listening to the deluxe edition of The Gift. Trust us, you won't want to listen to anything else after.
Nestle's Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough Is Popping Up in Stores, So, No, We're Not Calm
Are you ready to run amok? Grab your broomstick because it looks like Nestlé Tollhouse's new Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough is starting to appear on grocery store shelves. Thanks to eagle-eyed foodie @tamisclock, we've gotten a first look at the Halloween-themed dessert. It's already casting a spell on us!
What's that we smell? It's not children, it's . . . oatmeal and peanut butter-flavored cookies with chocolate morsels and candy coated gems. Yum! Even the Sanderson Sisters would have to smile over a plate of these. Details about the sweet treat are scarce, but it looks like you can find them at Meijer and Walmart for the time being. Happy snacking!
10 Breakfast-For-Dinner Recipes That You'll Dream About All Day Long
Need some new family dinner recipe inspiration? If you do, you're in the right place! While we could offer you mouth-watering recipes for things like chicken casserole (don't worry, we totally have that), why not change things up a bit and thrill your kids with some breakfast for dinner? You don't have to settle for frozen waffles and scrambled eggs (although we're not knocking those delicious choices) because there are plenty of dishes from the a.m. that can work just as well in the p.m. Think outside of the (cereal) box and serve things like pizza made with eggs and tater tots or decadent waffles with fruit. The following 10 kid-friendly recipes are sure to make dinner time fun for the whole family.
Nestle's Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough Is Popping Up in Stores, So, No, We're Not Calm
Are you ready to run amok? Grab your broomstick because it looks like Nestlé Tollhouse's new Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough is starting to appear on grocery store shelves. Thanks to eagle-eyed foodie @tamisclock, we've gotten a first look at the Halloween-themed dessert. It's already casting a spell on us!
What's that we smell? It's not children, it's . . . oatmeal and peanut butter-flavored cookies with chocolate morsels and candy coated gems. Yum! Even the Sanderson Sisters would have to smile over a plate of these. Details about the sweet treat are scarce, but it looks like you can find them at Meijer and Walmart for the time being. Happy snacking!
Nestle's Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough Is Popping Up in Stores, So, No, We're Not Calm
Are you ready to run amok? Grab your broomstick because it looks like Nestlé Tollhouse's new Hocus Pocus Cookie Dough is starting to appear on grocery store shelves. Thanks to eagle-eyed foodie @tamisclock, we've gotten a first look at the Halloween-themed dessert. It's already casting a spell on us!
What's that we smell? It's not children, it's . . . oatmeal and peanut butter-flavored cookies with chocolate morsels and candy coated gems. Yum! Even the Sanderson Sisters would have to smile over a plate of these. Details about the sweet treat are scarce, but it looks like you can find them at Meijer and Walmart for the time being. Happy snacking!
Sydney Sweeney's Black Bikini Bottoms Go Higher Than High in Her Self-Timer Snaps
Sydney Sweeney is putting all our self timer snaps to shame with her latest bikinigram. The Euphoria actress (and Savage x Fenty model!) recently spent some fun in the sun with her dog, Tank, and wore a simply sexy two piece for the occasion.
Sydney is certainly no stranger to stylish swimwear, and this bikini fits right in. The classic black top perfectly complements her high-cut patterned bottoms, and the tan bucket hat is just the cherry on top. What we would give to shop Sydney's swimsuit drawer! In the meantime, we'll be scoping out similar bottoms, like the ones below. If you're looking for a suit like Sydney's, go ahead and get shopping.
Sydney Sweeney's Black Bikini Bottoms Go Higher Than High in Her Self-Timer Snaps
Sydney Sweeney is putting all our self timer snaps to shame with her latest bikinigram. The Euphoria actress (and Savage x Fenty model!) recently spent some fun in the sun with her dog, Tank, and wore a simply sexy two piece for the occasion.
Sydney is certainly no stranger to stylish swimwear, and this bikini fits right in. The classic black top perfectly complements her high-cut patterned bottoms, and the tan bucket hat is just the cherry on top. What we would give to shop Sydney's swimsuit drawer! In the meantime, we'll be scoping out similar bottoms, like the ones below. If you're looking for a suit like Sydney's, go ahead and get shopping.
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